Niamh Smyth
Question:718. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the status of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14803/26]
View answerTuesday, 24 February 2026
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Disability Allowance (DA) is a weekly payment for people aged 16 to 66 with a disability expected to last at least one year. Eligibility is subject to medical assessment, means test and habitual residence conditions.
I can confirm that my Department received an application for DA from the person concerned on 09 December 2025. Based on the evidence supplied their application for DA was disallowed as the medical qualifying criteria for the scheme was not satisfied.
The person concerned was notified in writing of this decision on 23 January 2026 and was advised of their right to request a review and/or appeal of this decision.
To date, no request for a review or appeal has been received. If the person concerned has additional information that may support her application she can send it to the Department and request a review.
I trust this clarifies the position for the Deputy.